Public Affairs Specialist (Communications Specialist)

WHAT IS THE TAX EXEMPT AND GOVERNMENT ENTITIES DIVISION?A description of the business units can be found at: Vacancies will be filled in the following specialty areas: Tax Exempt and Government Entities, Headquarters Shared Services, Communications & Liaison, Web/Multimedia Services and Operations.The following are the duties of this position at the full working level:Recommends informational materials to assist TE/GE management in attaining program goals by enhancing customers', employee and stakeholder understanding of TE/GE programs. Uses a variety of approved methods and techniques in achieving communication goals including fact sheets, news releases, feature articles, personal appearances, exhibits, brochures, graphics presentations, and pamphlets, etc., in coordination with National Communications and Liaison organizations and standards and guidelines, as appropriate.Assists in the evaluation of information problems encountered in communicating TE/GE's program goals. Recommends specific information activities designed to meet these problems. Analyzes information needs in terms of internal and external customers and provides recommendations on program information problems for management consideration.Assists in the development of communication plans by considering such items as specific topics or aspects to emphasize, the most effective media to use in communicating with intended audiences, the kind of information needed, etc.Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with National Communications and Liaison, other Operating Divisions, specialized groups interested in TE/GE programs, and other internal and external stakeholders.This position has career progression. If you are selected at a grade level lower than the full working level, you may be non-competitively promoted as your career progresses. For example, you may be hired as a GS-05, but if the position has career progression to GS-11, then you may move from a GS-05 to a GS-11 in as little as three years.RequirementsMust be a U.S. Citizen or National and provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.QualificationsFederal experience is not required. The experience may have been gained in the public sector, private sector or through education. You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement:SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:

GS-11 LEVEL:

You must have at least one year of specialized experience equal to the GS-9 level in the Federal government including: Experience demonstrating accomplishment of public affairs assignments that required a wide range of knowledge of communication methods and techniques; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all media. Qualifying experience typically includes the following, or the equivalent: Developing and disseminating information materials to the general public or specialized target groups.OR EDUCATION:

You may qualify based on education as follows: A Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in a field of study such as: journalism, communications, advertising, marketing, public relations, etc. OR 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a graduate degree in a field of study such as: journalism, communications, advertising, marketing, public relations, etc.OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

You may qualify by a combination of experience and education.SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:

GS-12 LEVEL:

You must have at least one year of specialized experience equal to the GS-11 level in the Federal government including: Experience demonstrating accomplishment of designing, planning, and directing or advising on the public affairs program in an agency or organization.SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:

GS-13 LEVEL:

You must have at least one year of specialized experience equal to the GS-12 level in the Federal government including: Experience demonstrating accomplishment of developing and implementing a comprehensive public affairs program.EducationFor positions with an education requirement, submit a copy of your transcripts or equivalent. An official transcript will be required if you are selected. A college or university degree generally must be from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.FOREIGN EDUCATION:

Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements.Additional informationSubject to a 1-year probationary period (unless already completed).Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.This is a bargaining unit position.Tour of Duty: Day Shift; Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.Alternative work schedule, staggered work hours or telework may be available.Relocation expenses - No.Required DocumentsThe following documents are required and must be provided with your application:Online Application

- QuestionnaireEducation

- See Education Section aboveRegistration/License (if applicable)

- active, current registration/licenseHigh School Diploma

- If you are 16 or 17 years of age, you MUST submit documentation of graduation from high school.How to ApplyYou must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on 09/17/2024.Agency contact informationIRS Austin ExternalTEGE - Headquarters1111 Constitution Ave NWWashington, DC 20224US

Next stepsTreasury believes in a working environment that supports inclusion; to review reasonable accommodation policies and procedures please visit.Once your application package and online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email.

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